Man City vs Arsenal produced the Women’s Super League thriller of the weekend on Sunday, October 4, 2026, as the reigning champions came from behind twice to win 4-2 at the Etihad Stadium. Lauren Hemp scored twice, Kerstin Casparij equalised with her first touch off the bench and Khadija Shaw sealed the points late on. The result keeps City perfect after five league games and deepens Arsenal’s early-season crisis.
Man City vs Arsenal: Final Score and Key Facts
- Competition: Barclays Women’s Super League 2026/27
- Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Venue: Etihad Stadium
- Final score: Man City 4-2 Arsenal
- City goals: Lauren Hemp (45+1′, 72′), Kerstin Casparij, Khadija Shaw (84′)
- Arsenal goals: Lisa Baum (43′), Alessia Russo
How the First Half Unfolded
Chances were scarce early on. Mariona Caldentey went close with a header for Arsenal, and City’s first real opening came around the 25th minute when Shaw tested goalkeeper Anneke Borbe. Shaw thought she had scored a little later, but her header at the back post was ruled out for a foul on Borbe.
Arsenal broke the deadlock just before the break. Russo’s cross was headed back across goal by Wubben-Moy, City goalkeeper Yamashita got a hand to it, and the ball ran onto Baum and over the line for 1-0 in the 43rd minute. The lead lasted only moments. In added time Hemp worked space on the left side of the box and her powerful shot took a deflection on its way in to make it 1-1.
Second-Half Turnaround Seals the Win
Arsenal went back in front shortly after half-time through Russo, who scored her first league goal of the season. City nearly hit back straight away, but Aoba Fujino’s pass sent Shaw clear and Borbe timed her challenge perfectly to stop the shot.
The equaliser arrived soon after the hour mark. Casparij had just come on and curled in a fine effort with her first touch. Hemp then put City ahead at 3-2 in the 72nd minute, and Shaw made no mistake in the 84th minute to complete the 4-2 win. Once City took the lead, they managed the closing stages with authority and denied Arsenal a way back into the contest.
What Hemp and Jeglertz Said After the Game
The 4-2 scoreline reflected a match of fine margins, with both sides creating chances and both goalkeepers forced into important moments.
Hemp praised the team’s character, saying City fought for every ball in a game that swung back and forth. Manager Andree Jeglertz said the win showed City can win matches in different ways, which is a key sign for a side defending its title.
WSL Table: City Perfect, Arsenal in Trouble
This was a meeting of last season’s top two, but the table tells a very different story today. City have won all five of their opening league games and sit at the top. Arsenal are 10 points behind the leaders, down in 10th place, with only one league win all season.
The defeat piles more pressure on Arsenal manager Renee Slegers. There were positives going forward, with Baum and Russo both on the scoresheet, but Arsenal could not hold on to either lead they built. For City, the comeback was another reminder that the champions can answer setbacks quickly.
Man City vs Arsenal: Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Man City vs Arsenal score?
Manchester City Women beat Arsenal Women 4-2 at the Etihad Stadium on October 4, 2026.
Who scored in Man City vs Arsenal?
Hemp (twice), Casparij and Shaw scored for City, while Baum and Russo scored for Arsenal.
Where is Arsenal in the WSL table?
Arsenal are 10th, 10 points behind the leaders, with one league win this season.
For more updates, read our football news today roundup, and see the official Manchester City match report for the club’s own account of the game.
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